Cinema City 2009.
Synopsis:
During an opulent and luxurious banquet, complete with cavalier servers and valets, eleven pampered guests participate in what appears to be a ritualistic gastronomic carnage. In this absurd and grotesque universe, an unexpected sequence of events undermines the endless symphony of abundance.
Awards:
Best Drama, 2009 Aspen Shortsfest
Canadian Award - Short Film, 2008 Atlantic Film Festival
Best Short Film, 2008 Calgary International Film Festival
Canal+ Award, 2008 Cannes Film Festival
Best Short Film, 2008 Drama Short Film Festival
Special Competition Award, 2008 FIKE - Évora International Short Film Festival
Best Live Action Short Drama, 2009 Genie Awards
Best Short Film, 2008 Jutra Awards
Director's Choice Award, 2008 Rhode Island International Film Festival
Best Short Film, 2008 St. Louis International Film Festival
Best Canadian Short Film - Special Jury Citation, 2008 Toronto International Film Festival
Best Short Film, 2008 Whistler Film Festival
About the director:
Denis Villeneuve has rapidly achieved both public and critical attention for films showcasing his powerful and distinctive cinematic voice. His first two feature films Maelström and 32nd Day of August on Earth were screened to critical acclaim at many international festivals.
Filmography:
REW FFWD (1994), 31 min., documentary
Cosmos (1996), 99 min., feature
32nd Day of August on Earth (1998), 88 min., feature
Maelström (2000), 87 min., feature
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